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Wisconsin Doodle Breeders

Therapy-Grade Dogs for Modern Families

Roots since 2010. Stokeshire™ & Doodle School™ since 2020.

Purpose-bred Australian Mountain Doodles, Golden Mountain Doodles, and Bernedoodles, raised in our Wisconsin home through the Stokeshire Method™ and matched to families across the country.

Therapy-grade describes our development standard, not a certification. The designation is reserved for selected puppies after temperament evaluation. What this means

Puppies start at $4,000. Pricing & timing →

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BBB A+ Accredited · Wisconsin Licensed Dog Seller #514401-DS · Every puppy goes home with a current Certificate of Veterinary Inspection

Stokeshire Designer Doodles, top breeder session at Rib Falls, Wisconsin
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Placement pricing

From $4,000

Final pricing depends on the puppy and placement. Review training options, transport costs, and the inclusions in your specific quote.

No card fee on puppy deposits or balances. Travel invoices paid by card include a flat 3% processing fee.

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Reservation

$500 + applicable tax

A litter-specific deposit is applied toward your puppy purchase. It is not the full puppy price.

Deposits are 90% refundable until Stokeshire sends written breeding confirmation; they become non-refundable when that notice is sent.

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Homecoming

Timing by puppy

Our standard go-home age begins at eight weeks. Training enrollment and destination requirements can change the homecoming date.

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Who We Are

A Wisconsin Family Raising Exceptional Dogs

At Stokeshire Designer Doodles, we intentionally raise therapy-grade Australian Mountain Doodles, Golden Mountain Doodles, and Bernedoodles for families who want confidence in health, lifestyle fit, and emotional connection.

Our program blends advanced genetic health testing, temperament-based pairing, and structured early development to raise calm, confident, low-shedding companions designed for modern family life.

Every puppy is nurtured in our home through the Stokeshire Method, a therapy-informed approach combining early neurological stimulation, socialization, and optional Doodle School training.

50+
Hour early development standard, birth through eight weeks
135+
Hour combined development standard, four-week Doodle School graduates
A+
BBB Accredited, trusted by families, clinicians, and educators
#514401-DS
Wisconsin Licensed Dog Seller, inspected by DATCP
Stokeshire Designer Doodles breeding program, Rib Falls, Wisconsin
Medford,
Wisconsin
Home of Stokeshire Designer Doodles
The Stokeshire Method™

Raised With Science & Intention

Every decision we make, from pairing to placement, is guided by data, experience, and a genuine love for extraordinary dogs and the families who deserve them.

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Ethical Genetic Pairing

Low COI breeding, 200+ condition DNA panels, champion bloodlines, and third-party laboratory testing on every parent. We evaluate known genetic findings and avoid pairings expected to materially increase preventable inherited-disease risk.

Therapy-Informed Development

Our program standard is 50+ hours of early development from birth through eight weeks, including early neurological stimulation, structured socialization, and Stokeshire Puppy Aptitude Testing. Four-week Doodle School graduates reach a 135+ hour combined development standard. Per-dog records are documented in the Stokeshire Companion app.

Home-Raised Environment

Every puppy is raised in our family home alongside children, sounds, textures, and routine, building calm confidence from day one.

App-Based Progress Updates

For enrolled Doodle School and Bootcamp families, Companion brings together training updates, observations, and go-home guidance. Access is by invitation. About Companion →

Nationwide Concierge Delivery

Hand-delivered across the U.S. and to select international destinations via trusted flight nannies and Stokeshire team members, with route-specific documentation planned in advance.

Our Breeds

Thoughtfully Paired for Your Lifestyle

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Start with household fit. Breed guides add context; individual temperament, size, coat, and timing matter too.

Occasional pairings: Aussiedoodle, Goldendoodle & Australian Mountain Dog

These pairings are occasional; a breed guide does not imply a currently available litter.

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Answer a few questions about your household, activity level, and coat preferences, and we will match you to the Stokeshire breeds, sizes, and coat types that tend to fit your life. It takes about two minutes.

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The quiz is a starting point for discussion, not a required step or a placement decision.

Client Stories

Our Reputation Speaks for Us

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"Fantastic experience from start to finish. Stokeshire went above and beyond to support us in raising a future therapy dog."
Elaina P. · Mobile Therapy Centers of Illinois
"Communication was outstanding. Regular updates, photos, and personality notes made us confident, and our pups arrived happy, healthy, and incredibly well-socialized."
Erin F. · Two Australian Mountain Doodles
"Thanks to Stokeshire's dedication, Scout has become more than a therapy dog. He is a beacon of hope and joy for our students and foster children."
Shannon Popham
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"Such a great disposition, eager to train and learn. He fit right in with our family immediately. We could not more highly recommend this breeder."
Amy V.
"They have shown immense care, honesty, and flexibility. Among the kindest people I have ever met, with the most amazing puppies."
Kristoffer S.
"Quick to respond, helpful, honest, and clearly passionate about dogs. You can be confident you are bringing home a well-raised puppy."
Drew D.
James and Katie Stokes with their children, the family behind Stokeshire Designer Doodles
The Family Behind the Dogs

Designed for Health, Harmony, and Heart.

Meet The Stokes

We are James, Katie, and the Stokes family, a Wisconsin family rooted in purpose, faith, and a deep love for exceptional dogs. What began as a passion for pairing the right dog with the right family has grown into a therapy-informed doodle program trusted by families, clinicians, and educators across North America.

Every puppy that leaves Stokeshire carries the imprint of our home. Raised alongside our children, shaped by structure, and sent into the world with confidence. This is not a kennel. It is a calling.

State Licensed & Inspected
BBB A+ Accredited
Therapy-Informed Method
Home-Raised Puppies
DNA Health Tested
Family-First Philosophy
Meet the Stokes
Creative Roots Since 2010 · Breeding Since 2020

Designed for Health,
Harmony, and Heart.

Purpose-bred companions raised with science, stewardship, and deep intention.

From Coast to Coast

Where Stokeshire Families Live

Stokeshire families live in 36 states and Washington, D.C. Puppies have also been placed in Canada and Mexico.

As of July 14, 2026

Explore our placement map

Stokeshire puppies live and work in homes, clinics, schools, and therapy practices nationwide. Every highlighted state below is backed by a placement record.

AlaskaAlabamaArkansasArizonaCaliforniaColoradoConnecticutWashington, D.C.DelawareFloridaGeorgiaHawaiiIowaIdahoIllinoisIndianaKansasKentuckyLouisianaMassachusettsMarylandMaineMichiganMinnesotaMissouriMississippiMontanaNorth CarolinaNorth DakotaNebraskaNew HampshireNew JerseyNew MexicoNevadaNew YorkOhioOklahomaOregonPennsylvaniaRhode IslandSouth CarolinaSouth DakotaTennesseeTexasUtahVirginiaVermontWashingtonWisconsinWest VirginiaWyoming

Highlighted states reflect placement history, not transport eligibility.

Highlighted regions: Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Washington, D.C., Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Iowa, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Maine, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, North Carolina, Nebraska, New Hampshire, New Jersey, Nevada, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, Wisconsin, West Virginia.

Common Questions

Everything You Need to Know

From pricing to pick day, we believe informed families make the best partners. Can't find your answer? Reach out directly or browse the full FAQ.

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What breeds does Stokeshire raise?
We specialize in Australian Mountain Doodles, Golden Mountain Doodles, and Bernedoodles, with occasional Aussiedoodle, Goldendoodle, and Australian Mountain Dog litters. Each pairing is selected for health, temperament, and low-to-non-shedding coats, backed by DNA testing and low COI analysis. Furnished and unfurnished coat varieties are available and clearly identified in every litter.
What makes a Stokeshire puppy therapy-grade?
Therapy-grade describes our development standard, not a certification. Our therapy-informed trainers raise every puppy through the Stokeshire Method, which includes 50+ hours of early socialization from birth through eight weeks, early neurological stimulation, and Stokeshire Puppy Aptitude Testing. A small percentage of puppies in each program earn the therapy-grade designation after temperament evaluation, and those puppies tend to be well suited for therapy, service prospect, or emotionally attuned companion roles. We breed and develop therapy candidates; we do not certify therapy dogs, and certification outcomes depend on continued training with the family and a certifying organization.
Are Stokeshire doodles hypoallergenic?
No dog is truly hypoallergenic, and we do not make allergy guarantees. Allergens come from dander, saliva, and urine rather than hair alone, so reactions vary from person to person. Low-shedding is not the same as hypoallergenic. What we can do is select intentionally for coat traits: furnished puppies carry the furnishings gene associated with the classic doodle coat and tend to shed less, while unfurnished puppies do not carry that gene and shed more. We evaluate shedding traits genetically. We do not predict individual human allergen response. If allergies are a factor in your decision, our two-minute Allergy Quiz can help you understand which coat types may fit your household, and we recommend spending time with adult dogs of a similar coat type before committing.
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How much does a Stokeshire puppy cost?
Our puppies start at $4,000, with final pricing based on size, coat, and pairing. Doodle School and Bootcamp training packages are available as add-ons, and current pricing is published on our pricing page. A limited Red Fern Scholarship program exists for eligible therapy, service, and community placements. Pricing reflects health testing, early development hours, and lifetime breeder support rather than the puppy alone.
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When can I take my puppy home?
Puppies go home at 8 weeks old. If enrolled in Doodle School, they remain with our trainers for an additional 2 to 4 weeks of focused development before joining your family. Pickup is available in Wisconsin, or we can arrange hand-delivery across the U.S. and to select international destinations.

Exact homecoming dates depend on the puppy, program, and confirmed route. International requirements may require a later date.

What is your reservation and refund policy?
A $500 litter-specific deposit plus applicable tax secures a numbered waitlist position and is applied toward your puppy purchase. Deposits are 90% refundable until Stokeshire sends written breeding confirmation (documented live cover or artificial insemination). They become non-refundable when that written notice is sent. If your preferred match is not available, transfer options are governed by the written purchase agreement. Full terms are provided before payment.
Do you offer delivery or transport?
Yes. We arrange hand-delivery across the U.S. through trusted flight nannies and Stokeshire team members, with select international routes available by inquiry. Required veterinary, airline, USDA, and import documentation varies by destination and is planned for the confirmed route, and every shipment travels with a certificate of veterinary inspection.
Are there card processing fees?
Travel invoices (flight nanny and ground transport) paid by card include a flat 3% processing fee. Puppy deposits and balances carry no card fee.
When should I book the first veterinary appointment?

Book the appointment within 72 hours of completing your puppy checkout — while your puppy is still in our care. The exam itself must be completed within the first 7 calendar days of go-home.

First Vet Visit Guide →

These summaries describe current public policies and future checkouts. Existing signed agreements retain their own version.

A Community of Distinction

Where Every Dog Has A Story Worth Telling.

The families who bring our dogs home send us photographs we treasure and stories that stay with us.

These are companions shaped by careful breeding, intentional socialization, and the character of the families who raise them, in lake homes, city apartments, suburban neighborhoods, and everywhere life is lived fully.

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Wherever you are in the journey, there is a next step that fits. Every path begins with a conversation, not a commitment.

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Stokeshire Companion app mark The Official App of Stokeshire Designer Doodles

Stokeshire Companion™, powered by the Stokeshire Method

Every Stokeshire puppy is raised on a documented system. Genetics screened before a pairing exists. Fifty-six days of structured early development. An aptitude evaluation that resolves into a match. Four weeks of foundation training before go-home.

For years that system lived in notebooks and color-coded pens. Now it lives in Companion, where families follow their puppy's development in real time rather than waiting on a weekly email.

Every training block your puppy completes is recorded the day it happens, by the trainer who ran it. You see the work, not a summary of the work.

Skills are scored against a written rubric rather than described in adjectives. The same standard applies to every puppy in the program, week over week.

Trainers capture the day as they go, so photo and video arrive alongside the log entry they belong to instead of scattered across texts and email.

The last stretch is a checklist, not a guess. Setup, schedule, feeding, and travel are laid out before your puppy leaves Medford, so day one at home is already planned.

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